Writing workshop with Annabel Smith

Saturday 16th February, 9:30am – 12:30pm

at Margaret River Library. RSVP by 14th Feb to secure your booking.  amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600

Writers at any career stage who struggle with establishing and maintaining a regular writing practice will benefit from this free 3 hour workshop hosted by Annabel Smith
The workshop delves into the thoughts and feelings that hold us back from achieving our potential as writers such as self-doubt, fear of rejection and criticism, procrastination, perfectionism, lack of resilience/staying power.
• Understand the beliefs that hold you back from achieving your potential as a writer
• Become familiar with strategies and frameworks for overcoming self-limiting behaviours around writing
• Practice with tools that will empower you to continue to build confidence and proactivity on an ongoing basis

 

Britannica: all the information you need for your next school project

All library members have free access to Britannica Library, which can be searched according to the user’s age group, ensuring results are suitable for all stages of learning.

With Britannica, students can be confident that the information is up-to-date and reliable – and teachers are happy to see Britannica used as a reference.

To use our handy link to Britannica Library, have your library card handy and click here to go to our Online resources for parents and children page.

Alternatively, you can find the same link at our Lifelong Learning page.

Software training with Hoonuit

Hoonuit is free for all library members.

A video-based how-to training resource, Hoonuit opens up unlimited access to thousands of short videos covering more than 500 of today’s most popular software applications on both PCs and Macs.

  • All the latest offerings — Microsoft, Apple, Adobe, Google, and more
  • Valuable job training — Improve job skills with in-depth training on Excel and Photoshop, or learn valuable social media techniques with tutorials on Twitter, blogging, and podcasting
  • Mobile training — Learn how to use mobile products such as the iPhone and iPad
  • ADA Accessibility — All videos are closed captioned

Go to Hoonuit  and enter your library card number to create a free account.

New Year resolution #3: follow your interest into a new skill

With Universal Class, library members have free access to over 500 courses covering 30 subject areas including: Computer Training, Pet & Animal Care, Business, Arts & Crafts, Career Training, Personal Finance and much more!

The courses feature professional instructors, lessons, exams, assignments and discussion boards – plus grading and feedback to assist with your learning.

Have your library card handy and click here to go to our Lifelong Learning page, where you will find more information about Universal Class, and a link to get started.

New Year resolution #2: learn a new language online

Transparent Language Online (TLO) is free for all library members, and offers 24/7 access to personalised language courses.

There are too many languages to list here – from French to Swahili, we’re certain you’ll find exactly the language you’re looking for. Learn on your PC or download the app to your mobile device.

If English isn’t your first language, you can tailor an English course to meet your specific needs.

Have your library card handy and click here to go to our Lifelong Learning page, where you’ll find more information about TLO, and a link to the site.

New Year resolution #1: learn to touch-type online

Typing is such a necessary skill these days – and using 2 fingers to ‘search and peck’ each key can really slow you down.

Once you know how to touch-type, you can type fluently and quickly, and not have to watch your fingers while you do it!

Like riding a bike or playing piano, once your body has acquired the skill, it becomes something you can always come back to – and with practice, build speed and accuracy.

KAZ Online is a dyslexia-friendly online touch-typing course, suitable for all ages and skill levels. It’s free for all our library members.

Just click here to visit our Lifelong Learning page, where you’ll find more information and a link to KAZ. Note: If you already have some typing skills, don’t try to jump ahead. The course is designed to ensure every component is completed before you can move forward, to ensure any faulty techniques are ‘unlearned’ while the new skills are being acquired.

The 5 most frequently asked Maths questions

 

With Studiosity, our patrons can access free, one-on-one online tutoring in a wide range of subjects suitable for students from Year 3 through to Year 12 and beyond.

Click here to discover the top 5 Maths questions asked of Studiosity tutors by students.

You will find easy links to Studiosity on your Library Services webpages, or you can click here to go directly to Studiosity now.

Low Impact Living Session 6 – DIY Beauty and Cleaning Products

Thursday 1st November, 6 – 7:30pm at the Margaret River Library

There are many ways that individuals and households can reduce their impact on this earth. By making your own cleaning and beauty products, you can greatly reduce your plastic consumption and also rid toxins from your household. Melanie Gardiner (also known as OilyMarketVibes) will be hosting a free workshop to share with us how we can make our own beauty and cleaning products using natural essential oils. Come and discover how to make your own:

  • Hand soap
  • Cleaning spray
  • Face serum

With complimentary and easy to follow recipe sheets available to participants. If this sounds like you, we would love to see you there. Please RSVP via Eventbrite here.

Or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/low-impact-living-session-6-diy-beauty-cleaning-products-tickets-51677533895

 

Low Impact Living Session 5: The Future of Solar Housing by Peter Little

Thursday 4th October, 6 – 7:30pm at the Margaret River Library

Peter Little will be presenting a personal perspective on solar housing based on his 50 years experience, researching, designing and constructing solar projects throughout Western Australia’s climatic zones. He has been involved in housing research for the WA building industry, State and Federal Governments, joint research for the Solar Energy Research Institute of Western Australia and the State Energy Development Office. His associated works are recorded in the official history of Solar Energy in Australia. His family certified organic farming enterprise in Karridale was the recipient of 2004 Western Australian Environment award and a 2005 Banksia award—Australia’s highest environmental award. His talk will be broken into three parts:

Section one: The contexts for solar housing including the environment, housing , product innovation and technology.

Section two: What we can learn from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s.

Section three: Case studies from the 1970’s, 1980’s and the 2000’s

RSVP through Eventbrite on this LINK.

Light refreshments provided after the talk. All welcome!

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/low-impact-living-session-5-the-future-of-solar-housing-tickets-50672307235

 

 

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Margaret River Library

Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au